Chelsea Lewis, a fierce advocate for her clients, started her journey at Cypress Bay High School. A proud alumnus of the University of Florida, she graduated with dual degrees in Business Management and Psychology on a full academic scholarship. While at the University of Florida, Attorney Lewis received numerous awards and honors including the Outstanding Undergraduate Leadership Award, Association of Black Alumni Scholar, Anderson Scholar Distinction and Florida Academic Scholars Award. Lewis excelled at her academics, while balancing her passion for community engagement as a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., the president of the National Pan-Hellenic Council and as a Presidential Host with the Florida Cicerones.
Lewis graduated from Boston University School of Law with a concentration in transactional practice. Lewis fell in love with employment law, when she participated in an employment law clinic as a student advocate. Her passion for helping people and understanding of complex legal issues aligns perfectly with her role as an advocate for the community.
With over a decade of experience, Ms. Lewis started her legal career at a boutique employment law firm, where she learned the nuances of plaintiff-side employment and civil rights litigation, before joining the largest labor and employment litigation defense firm in the nation.
Her trial expertise is underscored by numerous jury trials which have resulted in seven-figure verdicts and earned her two spots in the top 50 employment law verdicts in the United States for 2022.
Beyond the courtroom, Lewis is deeply engaged in community service. As the Recording Secretary and Community Service Chair for the T.J. Reddick Bar Association and an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, she weaves a tapestry of impact and influence.
Featured in Washington Post, Miami Herald, Inside Edition, and Shaderoom, Attorney Lewis stands as a prominent legal figure. Membership in the National Black Lawyers Association’s top 40 under 40 lawyers and Best of the Bar further solidify her standing.
Attorney Lewis’ legal approach mirrors her commitment to justice. With a passion for zealous advocacy, she navigates legal complexities with finesse. Her dedication to due process and meticulous investigations is evident in every case she undertakes. Her passion and attention to detail has helped Attorney Lewis secure positive results for the individuals she has represented over the course of the last decade.
Mahogane Reed joined Susman Godfrey after completing federal judicial clerkships for Chief Judge Carl E. Stewart of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and Judge Brian A. Jackson of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana. She received her law degree, magna cum laude, from Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center, where she served as an Articles Editor for the Louisiana Law Review and was inducted into the Order of the Coif.
Honors and Distinctions
Articles Editor, Louisiana Law Review
Lee Hargrave Award
Faculty Scholarship Recipient
Hebert Scholar
Chancellor's Scholar
Wex S. Malone Inns of Court Member
Junior Member, Louisiana State Law Institute
Education
Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center (J.D./D.C.L., magna cum laude, Order of the Coif)
Louisiana State University (B.A.)
Judicial Clerkship
Law Clerk to the Honorable Chief Judge Carl E. Stewart, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit (20172018)
Law Clerk to the Honorable Brian A. Jackson, United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana (20162017)
Ashley Noel Martin is an associate in Traub Lieberman's New York office who focuses her practice on insurance defense litigation. She has particular experience representing clients in premises liability, New York Labor Law and commercial automobile and trucking matters.
A second generation lawyer, Ashley earned her J.D. from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, where she received the Law Diversity Grant. While at Pace, she served as President of the Black Law Students Association. During law school, Ashley was an intern at the Rockland, Westchester, and Bronx District Attorney offices.
Prior to joining Traub Lieberman, Ashley served as an Assistant District Attorney of Bronx County, where she prosecuted misdemeanor crimes involving domestic violence.
Education
Elisabeth Haub School of Law, Pace University, J.D.
Nova Southeastern University, B.A.
Bar Admissions
New York
New Jersey
North Carolina
Court Admissions
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Dominique Douglas is an attorney in Dykema’s San Antonio office. She focuses her practice on business services and bankruptcy matters.
Dominique advises clients on a range of business and financial matters, including debt restructuring, insolvency, and commercial transactions. Dominique distinguishes herself through exceptional client service, leveraging her strong interpersonal skills and proactive approach to drive successful outcomes.
Prior to joining Dykema, Dominique served as a Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Scott M. Grossman in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida, where she demonstrated her passion for commercial transactions and corporate bankruptcy.
During law school, Dominique served as the Online Notes and Articles Editor for the Mississippi Sports Law Review. Her article Mission Impossible: Protecting Our Rich History While Fighting for Bowl Game Eligibility is published in the Houston Business Law and Tax Journal. Dominique was a member and Invitational Cup Chair of the University of Mississippi Negotiation and Arbitration Board. In addition, she interned with the Honorable Donald L. Graham in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.
Education
- University of Mississippi School of Law, J.D., cum laude, 2022
- Business Law Certificate
- Howard University, B.A., 2018